The Fatherhood
Coalition does not support any further proliferation of "domestic
abuse/violence" language in the law, as what presently exists already exerts a
corrupting influence on the administration of justice and the true best
interests of children involved in custody disputes.

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S940 Shared Parenting* (Old bill,
2003-2004 session)

*Though offered as a pro father's rights bill, WE
CANNOT SUPPORT SB940. We consider it a poorly crafted bill, as it is encumbered with
domestic
abuse and domestic violence language, and specifically includes mention of MGL Ch. 209A as a standard to be used by the court when determining of domestic
abuse/violence has occurred between the parties. We don't support
legislation that takes two steps back for one step forward. With respect to
shared parenting legislation, The Fatherhood Coalition
SUPPORTS S1075 and H3191.

An Act Relative To
Strengthening Family Relationships Through Responsible Shared Parenting

By Mr. Brewer, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No.940) of Stephen
M. Brewer, Mark J. Carron, Joseph F. Wagner and other members of the General
Court for legislation to further implement standardized parenting plans
through responsible shared parenting.The Judiciary

Massachusetts House Bills

H3191 Shared Parenting(Old
bill, 2003-2004 session)

By Mr. Travis of Rehoboth, petition of Philip Travis, Elizabeth Poirier,
John P. Fresolo, Paul J. P. Loscocco and James E. Vallee relative to shared
custody of minor children of divorced or separated parents. The Judiciary.

H2101 Visitation (Old bill,
2003-2004 session)

By Mr. Fallon of Malden, petition
of Christopher G. Fallon, David M. Torrisi, Michael E. Festa and Arthur J.
Broadhurst for legislation to preserve the best interest of minor children
for out-of-state visitation rights with non-custodial parents. The
Judiciary.